Lot 159
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DAME LUCIE RIE | Footed Bowl
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Lucie Rie
- Footed Bowl
- impressed with Artist's seal
- porcelain with an all-over 'American' yellow glaze
- height: 8cm.; 3¼in.
- diameter: 18.5cm.; 7½in.
- Executed circa 1970.
Provenance
Galerie Besson, London, where acquired by the family of the present owner in 1996
Exhibited
London, Galerie Besson, Pictures & Pots, September - October 1996, un-numbered exhibition.
Condition
Structurally sound with no obvious signs of damage or restoration. There are some tiny, very minor instances of possible glaze pitting, only visible upon extremely close inspection. This is in keeping with the nature of the artist's techniques and materials. The work appears in excellent overall condition. Inspected under ultraviolet light. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."